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Cheap flights from New York to California from £66

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New York to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to California flight deals. Data was last updated 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£120

One-way from

£66

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£282

Good round-trip deal

£137 or less

Good one-way deal

£94 or less
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 27/7-30/7
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 07m total
  • New York to California
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 2/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 33m total
  • New York to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£15 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from New York to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Sun 27/719:54JFK - LAS
Nonstop5h 55mJetBlue
Tue 29/721:05LAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 10/6£120
Tue 1/708:00JFK - LAS
Nonstop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/711:30LAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6£130
Wed 30/706:59JFK - LAS
Nonstop5h 37mFrontier
Fri 1/821:17LAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 13mFrontier
Deal found 12/6£131
Mon 28/721:15JFK - LAS
Nonstop5h 56mDelta
Fri 8/823:29LAS - JFK
Nonstop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/6£132
Sat 12/714:58EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sat 19/705:40LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/6£132
Tue 1/706:53EWR - LAS
Nonstop5h 29mSpirit Airlines
Thu 3/721:59LAS - EWR
Nonstop4h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/6£132
Sat 28/619:59EWR - LAS
Nonstop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/706:00LAS - EWR
Nonstop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/6£145
Tue 8/706:30LGA - LAX
2 stops17h 53mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/716:50LAX - LGA
2 stops19h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/6£146
Tue 9/910:00JFK - LAS
1 stop9h 34mAlaska Airlines
Tue 16/907:00LAS - JFK
1 stop20h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/6£148
Fri 18/707:20EWR - SMF
1 stop14h 07mSpirit Airlines
Mon 21/719:26SMF - EWR
1 stop7h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/6£153
Wed 2/706:59JFK - LAX
1 stop15h 54mFrontier
Wed 9/715:48LAX - JFK
1 stop10h 42mFrontier
Deal found 11/6£157
Tue 8/710:15EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/707:00LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6£159

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to California that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 27/7

19:54-22:49

Nonstop5h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 30/7

13:17-21:29

Nonstop5h 12m

£120

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/7

08:00-10:30

Nonstop5h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 2/7

11:30-19:40

Nonstop5h 10m

£130

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 30/7

06:59-09:36

Nonstop5h 37m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/8

21:17-05:30

Nonstop5h 13m

£131

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/7

21:15-00:11

Nonstop5h 56m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/8

23:29-07:35

Nonstop5h 06m

£132

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 12/7

14:58-18:07

Nonstop6h 09m

Los Angeles

Sat 19/7

05:40-13:58

Nonstop5h 18m

£132

NewarkLas Vegas

EWR - LAS

EWRLAS

Newark

Tue 1/7

06:53-09:22

Nonstop5h 29m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/7

21:59-05:48

Nonstop4h 49m

£132

NewarkLas Vegas

EWR - LAS

EWRLAS

Newark

Sat 28/6

17:35-20:09

Nonstop5h 34m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/7

12:01-20:08

Nonstop5h 07m

£145

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/7

06:30-21:23

2 stops17h 53m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/7

16:50-15:35

2 stops19h 45m

£146

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/11

09:45-16:03

1 stop9h 18m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/11

11:54-22:59

1 stop8h 05m

£148

NewarkLas Vegas

EWR - LAS

EWRLAS

Newark

Tue 2/9

07:30-15:34

1 stop11h 04m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 16/9

19:52-06:59

1 stop8h 07m

£148

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Best time to book a flight from New York to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to California (average of £575). Flying from New York to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from New York to California

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

The most flights from NYC to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (222 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (120 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 13 June 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from New York to California by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
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Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to California one-way?

    £66 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and United Airlines, with prices starting from £66 and £69, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to California?

    The most popular route from New York to California is Newark - Los Angeles. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to California consider choosing Japan Airlines (97%), Singapore Airlines (91%) or TAP AIR PORTUGAL (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to California?

    While on average a flight from New York to California is generally £721, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £70. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay £118 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to California (average of £575). Flying from New York to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £811). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from New York to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New York to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 13 June 2025.
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FrontierCheapest£101Average£150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapest£102Average£379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest£107Average£141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest£169Average£271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetBlueCheapest£183Average£237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest£223Average£298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest£268Average£478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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